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Easy Cucumber Salad (Mexican Cucumber Salad)

A refreshing and zesty cucumber salad with a Mexican twist, perfect as a side dish or light snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 2 medium cucumbers peeled and diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 small red onion finely chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño seeded and minced
Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped

Method
 

Prepare the Vegetables
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and minced jalapeño.
  2. Toss the vegetables gently to mix them evenly.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add the chopped cilantro and mix well.
Combine and Serve
  1. Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  2. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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